Psychiatrist, University Counseling Center

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The Staff Psychiatrist is part of the University Counseling Center (UCC) in the Student Affairs division at Vanderbilt University. This position provides integrated psychiatric assessment and ongoing care of students presenting for mental health services. Treatment incorporates biological, psychological, and social factors in a culturally responsive and affirming framework. The Staff Psychiatrist develops evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment plans to target the student needs within a flexible, multidisciplinary, and multimodal system of care. The Staff Psychiatrist maintains appropriate and timely documentation for recordkeeping and communication with other service providers. This position also develops effective working relationships with the Vanderbilt community, including Student Care Network entities, the Student Health Center, academic deans, faculty, residential staff, Vanderbilt University Police Department and other relevant campus partners, to ensure a collaborative support network on campus. The Staff Psychiatrist also participates in the development of innovative programs for students based on knowledge and awareness of emerging campus mental health trends and needs. This position provides some outreach and educational programming to the Vanderbilt campus community to enhance student mental health, wellness, and skill development. This position reports directly to the Associate Director for Psychiatry and provides clinical and administrative supervision to Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) and requires 40 hours per week with onsite work. #VUTalent

About the Work Unit :

The UCC supports the mental health needs of Vanderbilt students, encouraging their work toward their academic and personal goals. Our highly skilled and multidisciplinary staff develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each individuals unique background and needs by working together with students, campus partners, and community providers. The UCC also emphasizes prevention and education through collaboration and consultation focused on the development of the skills and self-awareness needed to excel in a challenging educational environment. We offer culturally responsive services in a safe and affirming space and are committed to engaging in an ongoing dialogue that provides our team with opportunities to grow in the context of their own cultural identity development. The UCC is committed to understanding the role of diverse experiences and backgrounds to best promote mental health and wellbeing in the lives of individuals and in our community.

About Student Care Network :

Student Affairs serves a central role in student learning and development at Vanderbilt, advancing the Universitys mission of teaching, research, and service. Student Affairs at Vanderbilt cultivates vibrant, inclusive communities that foster a students sense of belonging and wellbeing through collaborative partnerships, transformative learning experiences, and an accessible and holistic network of resources. We value connection, belonging, compassion, development, and innovation. Our staff are committed to continued growth in knowledge, awareness, skills, and experience engaging with these priorities in a higher education environment.

Key Functions and Expected Performance :

Provide professional psychiatric treatment to students :

• Provide an integrated psychiatric assessment and ongoing care of students presenting for mental health services.
• Develop appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment plans to target the needs of the student within a flexible, multidisciplinary, and multimodal system of care.
• Collaborate effectively with other treatment resources for the benefit of students.
• Maintain appropriate and timely documentation for recordkeeping and communication with other service providers.
• Develop effective working relationships with the Vanderbilt community, including Student Care Network entities, the Student Health Center, academic deans, faculty, residential staff, Student Affairs, Vanderbilt University Police Department and other relevant campus partners, to ensure a collaborative support network on campus to respond to student needs and optimize support and safety for Vanderbilt students.
• Collaborate on effective and innovative programs for students based on knowledge and awareness of emerging campus mental health trends and needs.
• Provide some outreach and educational programming to campus community to support campus and individual mental health, wellness, and skill development.

Provide specialized crisis intervention and follow-up services :

Provide clinical and administrative supervision for staff and trainees :

Perform other administrative functions :

Supervisory Relationships : This position has clinical and administrative supervisory responsibility for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs). The position reports administratively and functionally to the UCC Associate Director of Psychiatry.

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Experience and Skills :

About Us

At  Vanderbilt University   , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in  Nashville , Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and  arboretum  dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of Americas Best Large Employers as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.